Principal, Global Supply Chain Lead

About Ada Infrastructure

Ada Infrastructure is a global data center business committed to being a positive force for technology, people, and the planet. As part of the digital infrastructure platform of Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager, Ada Infrastructure is positioned to be a leader in the industry in reliable, safe, secure, and sustainable digital infrastructure. With nine in-flight campuses across the US, Japan, the UK, and Brazil, we have over 850 MW of power currently available and more than 1,500 MW in our global pipeline.

This role is an excellent opportunity to join a deeply experienced and high‑performing team with the ability to directly impact and contribute to Ada’s development program. The team combines industry‑wide experience and in‑country expertise across all our regions. We are committed to collaborating cross‑functionally and partnering to drive efficient and effective solutions that meet the needs of our internal and external stakeholders.

The Supply Chain function is part of the Global Design, Development and Delivery team and is responsible for securing, managing, and optimizing long‑lead equipment and supplier relationships required to deliver Ada’s data center developments globally. The team defines global sourcing strategies, supplier frameworks, and procurement governance, while enabling regional teams to execute effectively at the project level.

The Global Supply Chain Lead will define and execute Ada’s global procurement and supply chain strategy in support of its data center development platform. This role is accountable for building and scaling a globally coordinated procurement function, including systems, processes, governance, and team structures required to support multi‑region growth. This position oversees global sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, procurement governance, and supply chain risk management.

• Own and execute Ada Infrastructure’s global supply chain and procurement strategy across all regions, including vendor qualification, segmentation, performance management, and long‑term partnership development.
• Design and implement a globally coordinated procurement operating model, including systems, tools, and scalable processes.
• Build, manage, and develop a high‑performing global supply chain team, including internal resources and third‑party support.
• Establish and maintain global procurement governance, policies, and controls to ensure consistency, scalability, and compliance.
• Lead global sourcing for mechanical and electrical OFCI equipment, secure manufacturing capacity and develop strategic supplier agreements to support pipeline growth and mitigate market constraints.
• Own global procurement commercial outcomes, including pricing strategy, contract structures, and terms and conditions.
• Partner with Design and Product teams to align specifications, technical standards, and procurement strategies to optimize speed to market.
• Collaborate with Finance and Project Controls on capital forecasting, cash flow planning, budget alignment, and variance analysis.
• Oversee long‑lead equipment planning, including manufacturing slot management, logistics sequencing, and delivery coordination.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including market constraints, capacity limitations, geopolitical factors, and logistics challenges.
• Support regional teams in project execution through procurement frameworks, vendor coordination, submittal support, factory testing, delivery tracking, and commissioning support.
• Partner with Legal on contract structures including GPAs, MSAs, and Statements of Work.
• Drive continuous improvement by incorporating lessons learned across campuses, regions, and project phases.
• Provide regular executive‑level reporting on vendor performance, market dynamics, risks, and opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline; equivalent experience considered.
• 12+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or sourcing within capital‑intensive…